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Ian J. Battaglia
Ian J. Battaglia
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Kehai
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Tokyo, 2025-
Chicago, 2015-2025
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People sitting and lying on wide outdoor stairs in an urban setting, with city buildings, trees, and shadows in the background. The photo is in black and white. View fullsize
Sunset shining through an arched entrance of a historic building, with people walking under the arch and trees on either side. View fullsize
A parking area next to a white building with a cherry blossom tree in bloom, several parked cars, and a Japanese sign on the ground. View fullsize
A man in a suit walking on a sidewalk in sunlight, with shadows cast by nearby buildings. View fullsize
A person walking alone on a city sidewalk in front of a tall, dark, reflective building, with shadows and sunlight creating contrast. View fullsize
A beach scene in black and white with cloudy skies, a few people walking along the shoreline, seagulls flying around, and buildings in the distance. View fullsize
People walking on a cobblestone street with shadows cast by a large structure overhead, including a man and woman walking together in the sunlight. View fullsize
Silhouette of a person walking in a city plaza during sunset, with the sun's rays reflecting on the tiled ground and city buildings in the background. View fullsize
Interior view of an office building hallway with a large window at the end, overlooking a cityscape, including a bridge over water and skyscrapers. View fullsize
A busy city intersection with a large number of pedestrians crossing the street and several buses and cars waiting at the traffic light. Tall buildings surround the intersection, and there are advertisements and signs on the buildings. View fullsize
Silhouette of a woman standing in front of a large window overlooking a city skyline. View fullsize
People carrying a decorated wooden float during a traditional Japanese festival, surrounded by trees and festival participants. View fullsize
View of a Japanese restaurant storefront with dark blue noren curtains, a person with a pink mohawk working behind the counter, and customers seated at the counter inside. View fullsize
A lively city street at night illuminated by colorful neon signs, with pedestrians walking along the sidewalk. View fullsize
Sunset over a city skyline with tall modern skyscrapers, a river reflecting the sky, and a walking path with people and street lamps. View fullsize
City skyline view of Chicago with the Willis Tower at sunset, seen from a beach with people wading in the water. View fullsize
Silhouette of people and buildings against a sunset sky with clouds, with two birds flying. View fullsize
A person walking along a sidewalk past a traffic convex mirror, a blue cart, and orange traffic cones, with lush green trees and flowering plants behind a stone wall. View fullsize
Silhouettes of two women holding umbrellas on a rooftop with a cityscape and a hill with a tower in the background. View fullsize
Inside view of a modern building with large windows, multiple floors, metal walkways, and silhouettes of people sitting and standing. View fullsize
Looking upward at a modern building with reflective glass panels, a flag or banner hanging down, and a partly cloudy blue sky with large clouds. View fullsize
Black and white photo of a city skyline viewed through a geometric window frame, featuring various modern high-rise buildings and a tower in the distance. View fullsize
People crossing the street during a sunny day, some holding umbrellas for shade, with a modern building in the background. View fullsize
A person walking up a staircase in a dimly lit interior with large stained glass windows casting reflections on the wall. View fullsize
Black and white photo of city street scene with people walking on the sidewalk and vapor or smoke in the air. Buildings and utility poles are visible in the background. View fullsize
Night scene of a busy Japanese street with red lanterns hanging above, illuminated signs, and crowds of people walking. View fullsize
People watching fireworks over a city skyline at night. View fullsize
A woman walking across a street with an umbrella on a rainy day, wearing black clothes and sneakers, with a pedestrian crosswalk and buildings in the background. View fullsize
People crossing the street in front of a brightly lit building with neon Japanese signs at night. View fullsize
Black and white photo of a river with four people in small boats and a cityscape with tall buildings in the background. View fullsize
A group of children with backpacks and rolling suitcases standing in a line on a street sidewalk near a bakery in Japan. Several traffic signs and a street incline are visible. View fullsize
A dark street at night with a house illuminated from inside, showing a yellow light through a window. A streetlamp on the right provides some light, and power lines are visible overhead. View fullsize
A person walking along a city street holding an umbrella, with overhead electrical wires and a building in the background. View fullsize
A baseball game in progress at a stadium during dusk, with players at bases, a crowd in the stands, and city skyscrapers visible in the background. View fullsize
A peaceful Japanese garden with a pond filled with lily pads, surrounded by lush greenery and traditional wooden structures, with a person walking on a pathway. View fullsize
Black and white photo of a train window reflecting travelers inside, with multiple blurred figures and city buildings in the background. View fullsize
View through window with black metal bars shows mountain with rugged orange-brown cliffs, a walkway with a wind turbine, a bus, and a parking lot with a few people. View fullsize
A man in a white shirt riding a bicycle on a narrow urban street, with apartment buildings, greenery, and a train passing overhead on elevated tracks. View fullsize
Three workers in safety vests sitting and standing on a sidewalk outside a building, next to a grassy area with colorful chairs, tools, and equipment. View fullsize
Cityscape with a river, bridge, and high-rise buildings seen from an elevated walkway, with trees and people walking underneath. View fullsize
Two women walking a dog in a sunny park surrounded by trees and greenery. View fullsize
A busy city street crossing with pedestrians, tall buildings with advertisements, and an elevated train track overhead. The sky is partly cloudy and the crosswalk is visible in the foreground. View fullsize
A man cleaning a glass window with a squeegee, with water and soap visible on the glass, and a beach scene with trees in the background. View fullsize
People walking on a crosswalk, casting shadows on the ground. The image is in black and white. View fullsize
A boat with passengers floating on the Chicago River with tall buildings and a sign for Chicago Cut Steakhouse along the waterfront in Chicago, Illinois. View fullsize
Cityscape with river, trees, boat, tall buildings, and transmission towers under a partly cloudy sky. View fullsize
Back alley with utility pole, electrical wires, and industrial equipment on a white brick building under a blue sky. View fullsize
A bright streetlight illuminating falling snow at night, with power lines and a building in the background. View fullsize
Silhouettes of utility poles and rooftops against a dramatic orange and yellow sunset sky with clouds. View fullsize
Person walking across a crosswalk on a city street at night, casting a shadow on the pavement. View fullsize
Two people crossing a city street at a crosswalk in front of a modern building with large windows. One is wearing a black puffer jacket and gray pants, the other a beige hoodie and black pants. A yellow curb and a green pedestrian sign are visible. View fullsize
A person in a striped dress walking on a crosswalk, carrying shopping bags and a phone, with another person walking in the background. View fullsize
A black-and-white photo of a waterfront scene with a person standing on a paved area, a boat on the river, and buildings across the water. View fullsize
A person holding an umbrella walking on a sidewalk during snowfall, with a train passing by on elevated tracks and buildings in the background. View fullsize
A cherry blossom tree in full bloom with pink and white flowers, situated beside traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof and steps, with a paved courtyard and surrounding fence. View fullsize
A construction scaffolding structure surrounds a building, with numerous power lines crisscrossing in the foreground. The sky appears overcast or foggy. View fullsize
A person with a dark jacket reaches out with an index finger to touch small, round, yellow-orange fruits on a leafy tree. View fullsize
Silhouettes of people walking through a covered outdoor area, possibly a train station or airport, with bright sunlight outside. View fullsize
People crossing a street on a striped crosswalk, seen in black and white, with focus on their legs and shoes. View fullsize
Looking up at a large elevated highway or bridge with white metal beams and supports, with trees and a nearby building below, and a clear blue sky in the background. View fullsize
Two men crossing a city street, one in casual clothes and the other in a suit, carrying a plastic bag, with tall buildings and traffic in the background. View fullsize
A woman walking on a sunlit sidewalk with shadows cast by a structure, wearing a black puffer jacket, dark pants, and white sneakers. View fullsize
Construction worker on scissor lift installing insulation on a building's exterior wall wrapped with white weatherproofing material, with visible metal framing and an unfinished section of the wall. View fullsize
People walking across a crosswalk in front of a large, historic building with columns, flags, and street lamps on a sunny day. View fullsize
A man walking across a red steel bridge with a city skyline of tall glass buildings in the background. View fullsize
A man walking across a city street with skyscrapers in the background, including the Willis Tower in Chicago, and a large brick tower on the right side of the image. Some vehicles are visible underneath the overpass and signs are posted on the street View fullsize
A city street scene with tall buildings on both sides, a person crossing the road at a crosswalk, and street lamps lit along the sidewalks during daylight. View fullsize
An excavator with a claw attachment lifting debris at a construction or demolition site with a cloudy sky in the background. View fullsize
A rainbow over city buildings at dusk with purple and pink sky. View fullsize
Looking through a rain-covered window at a blurry view of vehicles and a cloudy sky. View fullsize
Black and white photo of pigeons flying in the sky among tall skyscrapers in an urban cityscape. View fullsize
Black and white photo of tall city buildings at night, with bright lights and a few trees in the foreground. View fullsize
Black and white photo of a cityscape with high-rise buildings, a bridge with a person standing on it, streetlights, and fog partially obscuring the tallest building. View fullsize
A woman walking on a rainy city street holding an umbrella, with other pedestrians and a bus in the background. View fullsize
A man in a leather jacket standing next to a wet car in a city street during rain, holding a phone to his ear. The street is filled with parked and moving cars, wet pavement, and buildings in the background, with a street sign indicating 'Left on Gre View fullsize
People walking with umbrellas on a city street in the rain, with tall buildings in the background, in black and white. View fullsize
A black and white photo of a beach with people, seagulls flying, and buildings in the distance under cloudy skies. View fullsize
A person standing alone on a beach with ocean waves and dark, cloudy sky in the background, in black and white. View fullsize
Dark interior view of an airport terminal with large windows and the control tower visible in the background. View fullsize
Dark interior of a modern airport terminal with large glass windows, showing the control tower and sky outside, illuminated by natural light. View fullsize
Black and white photo of a cityscape beside a river, with a person standing on the riverbank, a boat on the water, and buildings in the background. View fullsize
An aerial view of a city street intersection with crosswalks, cars parked along the sides, and several pedestrians waiting at the crosswalks. There is a cyclist crossing the street. Traffic lights and street signs are visible. View fullsize
A man sitting on a stone ledge feeding birds, including seagulls and pigeons, outside a building with large windows and ornate metal grilles. There are white hydrangeas and colorful flowers nearby, and a large stone sculpture of a lion's head on the View fullsize
Nighttime scene of a city street in black and white. A modern building with large glass windows and a lit-up reception desk is visible, with a figure behind the desk. Several pedestrians walk past the building, some using phones. Street barriers and View fullsize
Black and white photo of a building under construction with extensive scaffolding surrounding it. A blurred car passes by on the street in front, and a person is standing near the scaffolding using a mobile device. View fullsize
A person standing alone on a beach under a cloudy sky with reflections on the wet sand. View fullsize
Two people are peering into a planter at a large potted plant and a marble statue of a man and woman embracing, located inside a glass conservatory with metal framework and brick walls. View fullsize
A black and white photo of a dark outdoor field at night illuminated by a bright stadium light. Two people are walking on the field, with city buildings visible in the distance. View fullsize
Black and white photo of a busy city street with tall buildings, blurred pedestrians, and vehicles, captured with motion blur. View fullsize
Man wearing a red polo shirt, light gray pants, and sunglasses holding a baton walking on city sidewalk outside a building with ornate architectural details. View fullsize
A woman with balloons standing on a city sidewalk during daytime, leaning on a cardboard box placed on a stone ledge, with tall buildings and traffic in the background. View fullsize
People sitting and lying on wide outdoor stairs in an urban setting, with city buildings, trees, and shadows in the background. The photo is in black and white.
Sunset shining through an arched entrance of a historic building, with people walking under the arch and trees on either side.
A parking area next to a white building with a cherry blossom tree in bloom, several parked cars, and a Japanese sign on the ground.
A man in a suit walking on a sidewalk in sunlight, with shadows cast by nearby buildings.
A person walking alone on a city sidewalk in front of a tall, dark, reflective building, with shadows and sunlight creating contrast.
A beach scene in black and white with cloudy skies, a few people walking along the shoreline, seagulls flying around, and buildings in the distance.
People walking on a cobblestone street with shadows cast by a large structure overhead, including a man and woman walking together in the sunlight.
Silhouette of a person walking in a city plaza during sunset, with the sun's rays reflecting on the tiled ground and city buildings in the background.
Interior view of an office building hallway with a large window at the end, overlooking a cityscape, including a bridge over water and skyscrapers.
A busy city intersection with a large number of pedestrians crossing the street and several buses and cars waiting at the traffic light. Tall buildings surround the intersection, and there are advertisements and signs on the buildings.
Silhouette of a woman standing in front of a large window overlooking a city skyline.
People carrying a decorated wooden float during a traditional Japanese festival, surrounded by trees and festival participants.
View of a Japanese restaurant storefront with dark blue noren curtains, a person with a pink mohawk working behind the counter, and customers seated at the counter inside.
A lively city street at night illuminated by colorful neon signs, with pedestrians walking along the sidewalk.
Sunset over a city skyline with tall modern skyscrapers, a river reflecting the sky, and a walking path with people and street lamps.
City skyline view of Chicago with the Willis Tower at sunset, seen from a beach with people wading in the water.
Silhouette of people and buildings against a sunset sky with clouds, with two birds flying.
A person walking along a sidewalk past a traffic convex mirror, a blue cart, and orange traffic cones, with lush green trees and flowering plants behind a stone wall.
Silhouettes of two women holding umbrellas on a rooftop with a cityscape and a hill with a tower in the background.
Inside view of a modern building with large windows, multiple floors, metal walkways, and silhouettes of people sitting and standing.
Looking upward at a modern building with reflective glass panels, a flag or banner hanging down, and a partly cloudy blue sky with large clouds.
Black and white photo of a city skyline viewed through a geometric window frame, featuring various modern high-rise buildings and a tower in the distance.
People crossing the street during a sunny day, some holding umbrellas for shade, with a modern building in the background.
A person walking up a staircase in a dimly lit interior with large stained glass windows casting reflections on the wall.
Black and white photo of city street scene with people walking on the sidewalk and vapor or smoke in the air. Buildings and utility poles are visible in the background.
Night scene of a busy Japanese street with red lanterns hanging above, illuminated signs, and crowds of people walking.
People watching fireworks over a city skyline at night.
A woman walking across a street with an umbrella on a rainy day, wearing black clothes and sneakers, with a pedestrian crosswalk and buildings in the background.
People crossing the street in front of a brightly lit building with neon Japanese signs at night.
Black and white photo of a river with four people in small boats and a cityscape with tall buildings in the background.
A group of children with backpacks and rolling suitcases standing in a line on a street sidewalk near a bakery in Japan. Several traffic signs and a street incline are visible.
A dark street at night with a house illuminated from inside, showing a yellow light through a window. A streetlamp on the right provides some light, and power lines are visible overhead.
A person walking along a city street holding an umbrella, with overhead electrical wires and a building in the background.
A baseball game in progress at a stadium during dusk, with players at bases, a crowd in the stands, and city skyscrapers visible in the background.
A peaceful Japanese garden with a pond filled with lily pads, surrounded by lush greenery and traditional wooden structures, with a person walking on a pathway.
Black and white photo of a train window reflecting travelers inside, with multiple blurred figures and city buildings in the background.
View through window with black metal bars shows mountain with rugged orange-brown cliffs, a walkway with a wind turbine, a bus, and a parking lot with a few people.
A man in a white shirt riding a bicycle on a narrow urban street, with apartment buildings, greenery, and a train passing overhead on elevated tracks.
Three workers in safety vests sitting and standing on a sidewalk outside a building, next to a grassy area with colorful chairs, tools, and equipment.
Cityscape with a river, bridge, and high-rise buildings seen from an elevated walkway, with trees and people walking underneath.
Two women walking a dog in a sunny park surrounded by trees and greenery.
A busy city street crossing with pedestrians, tall buildings with advertisements, and an elevated train track overhead. The sky is partly cloudy and the crosswalk is visible in the foreground.
A man cleaning a glass window with a squeegee, with water and soap visible on the glass, and a beach scene with trees in the background.
People walking on a crosswalk, casting shadows on the ground. The image is in black and white.
A boat with passengers floating on the Chicago River with tall buildings and a sign for Chicago Cut Steakhouse along the waterfront in Chicago, Illinois.
Cityscape with river, trees, boat, tall buildings, and transmission towers under a partly cloudy sky.
Back alley with utility pole, electrical wires, and industrial equipment on a white brick building under a blue sky.
A bright streetlight illuminating falling snow at night, with power lines and a building in the background.
Silhouettes of utility poles and rooftops against a dramatic orange and yellow sunset sky with clouds.
Person walking across a crosswalk on a city street at night, casting a shadow on the pavement.
Two people crossing a city street at a crosswalk in front of a modern building with large windows. One is wearing a black puffer jacket and gray pants, the other a beige hoodie and black pants. A yellow curb and a green pedestrian sign are visible.
A person in a striped dress walking on a crosswalk, carrying shopping bags and a phone, with another person walking in the background.
A black-and-white photo of a waterfront scene with a person standing on a paved area, a boat on the river, and buildings across the water.
A person holding an umbrella walking on a sidewalk during snowfall, with a train passing by on elevated tracks and buildings in the background.
A cherry blossom tree in full bloom with pink and white flowers, situated beside traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof and steps, with a paved courtyard and surrounding fence.
A construction scaffolding structure surrounds a building, with numerous power lines crisscrossing in the foreground. The sky appears overcast or foggy.
A person with a dark jacket reaches out with an index finger to touch small, round, yellow-orange fruits on a leafy tree.
Silhouettes of people walking through a covered outdoor area, possibly a train station or airport, with bright sunlight outside.
People crossing a street on a striped crosswalk, seen in black and white, with focus on their legs and shoes.
Looking up at a large elevated highway or bridge with white metal beams and supports, with trees and a nearby building below, and a clear blue sky in the background.
Two men crossing a city street, one in casual clothes and the other in a suit, carrying a plastic bag, with tall buildings and traffic in the background.
A woman walking on a sunlit sidewalk with shadows cast by a structure, wearing a black puffer jacket, dark pants, and white sneakers.
Construction worker on scissor lift installing insulation on a building's exterior wall wrapped with white weatherproofing material, with visible metal framing and an unfinished section of the wall.
People walking across a crosswalk in front of a large, historic building with columns, flags, and street lamps on a sunny day.
A man walking across a red steel bridge with a city skyline of tall glass buildings in the background.
A man walking across a city street with skyscrapers in the background, including the Willis Tower in Chicago, and a large brick tower on the right side of the image. Some vehicles are visible underneath the overpass and signs are posted on the street
A city street scene with tall buildings on both sides, a person crossing the road at a crosswalk, and street lamps lit along the sidewalks during daylight.
An excavator with a claw attachment lifting debris at a construction or demolition site with a cloudy sky in the background.
A rainbow over city buildings at dusk with purple and pink sky.
Looking through a rain-covered window at a blurry view of vehicles and a cloudy sky.
Black and white photo of pigeons flying in the sky among tall skyscrapers in an urban cityscape.
Black and white photo of tall city buildings at night, with bright lights and a few trees in the foreground.
Black and white photo of a cityscape with high-rise buildings, a bridge with a person standing on it, streetlights, and fog partially obscuring the tallest building.
A woman walking on a rainy city street holding an umbrella, with other pedestrians and a bus in the background.
A man in a leather jacket standing next to a wet car in a city street during rain, holding a phone to his ear. The street is filled with parked and moving cars, wet pavement, and buildings in the background, with a street sign indicating 'Left on Gre
People walking with umbrellas on a city street in the rain, with tall buildings in the background, in black and white.
A black and white photo of a beach with people, seagulls flying, and buildings in the distance under cloudy skies.
A person standing alone on a beach with ocean waves and dark, cloudy sky in the background, in black and white.
Dark interior view of an airport terminal with large windows and the control tower visible in the background.
Dark interior of a modern airport terminal with large glass windows, showing the control tower and sky outside, illuminated by natural light.
Black and white photo of a cityscape beside a river, with a person standing on the riverbank, a boat on the water, and buildings in the background.
An aerial view of a city street intersection with crosswalks, cars parked along the sides, and several pedestrians waiting at the crosswalks. There is a cyclist crossing the street. Traffic lights and street signs are visible.
A man sitting on a stone ledge feeding birds, including seagulls and pigeons, outside a building with large windows and ornate metal grilles. There are white hydrangeas and colorful flowers nearby, and a large stone sculpture of a lion's head on the
Nighttime scene of a city street in black and white. A modern building with large glass windows and a lit-up reception desk is visible, with a figure behind the desk. Several pedestrians walk past the building, some using phones. Street barriers and
Black and white photo of a building under construction with extensive scaffolding surrounding it. A blurred car passes by on the street in front, and a person is standing near the scaffolding using a mobile device.
A person standing alone on a beach under a cloudy sky with reflections on the wet sand.
Two people are peering into a planter at a large potted plant and a marble statue of a man and woman embracing, located inside a glass conservatory with metal framework and brick walls.
A black and white photo of a dark outdoor field at night illuminated by a bright stadium light. Two people are walking on the field, with city buildings visible in the distance.
Black and white photo of a busy city street with tall buildings, blurred pedestrians, and vehicles, captured with motion blur.
Man wearing a red polo shirt, light gray pants, and sunglasses holding a baton walking on city sidewalk outside a building with ornate architectural details.
A woman with balloons standing on a city sidewalk during daytime, leaning on a cardboard box placed on a stone ledge, with tall buildings and traffic in the background.

© Ian J. Battaglia, 2025